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Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Department of Commerce Developing National Logistics Portal
A National Logistics Portal is being developed by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry to ensure ease of trading in the international and domestic markets. The portal will link all the stakeholders of EXIM, domestic trade and movement and all trade activities on a single platform.
In this year’s budget speech, Finance Minister had announced that the Department of Commerce will create a portal which will be a single window online market place for trade and will connect business, create opportunities and bring together various ministries, departments and the private sector.Stakeholders like traders, manufacturers, logistics service providers, infrastructure providers, financial services, Government departments and groups and associations will all be on one platform.
India’s logistics sector is highly defragmented andthe aim is to reduce the logistics cost from the present 14% of GDP to less than 10% by 2022. India’s logistics sector is very complex with more than 20 government agencies, 40 partnering government agencies , 37 export promotion councils, 500 certifications, 10000 commodities, 160 billion market size. It also involves 12 million employment base, 200 shipping agencies, 36 logistic services, 129 ICDs, 168 CFSs, 50 IT ecosystems and banks & insurance agencies. Further, 81 authorities and 500 certificates are required for EXIM.
As per the Economic Survey 2017-18, the Indian logistics sector provides livelihood to more than 22 million people and improving the sector will facilitate 10 % decrease in indirect logistics cost leading to the growth of 5 to 8% in exports. Further, the Survey estimates that the worth of Indian logistics market would be around USD 215 billion in next two years compared to about USD 160 billion currently.
The portal will be implemented in phases and will fulfil the commitment of the Government of India to enhance trade competitiveness, create jobs, boost India’s performance in global rankings and pave the way for India to become a logistics hub.
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Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation
Draft National Policy on Official Statistics  placed in public domain inviting comments/views/suggestion by 31st May, 2018
The United Nations Fundamental Principles of Official Statistics was adopted by the Union Cabinet on 04-05-2016. The formal adoption of these Principles was a reiteration of the Government’s commitment to constantly work towards improving the quality of Official Statistics. The Government while adopting the Principles had also committed to bring out a National Policy on Official Statistics  to give furtherance to the Principles. In this context, draft NPOS has been prepared and placed in the public domain at http://mospi.nic.in/announcements/suggestions-invited-draft-national-policy-official-statistics inviting comments/ views/ suggestions, latest by 31st May 2018.
Ministry of Defence
Pre - Event Press Release - Goa to host Naval Phases of Indo - Russian Tri – Services Exercise INDRA - 2019
The Russian Federation Navy  Ships Yaroslav Mudry, Viktor Konetsky and Yel'nya arrived at Goa on 10 Dec 19 to participate in INDRA 2019, the second edition of the tri-services exercise between the Indian and Russian Armed Forces. The Naval component of the exercise would be conducted off Goa from 10 to 19 Dec 19.
The aim of the exercise is to enhance interoperability and develop an understanding in order to effectively tackle common security challenges. INDRA initially began as a bilateral naval exercise between the Indian and Russian Federation navies in 2003. The exercise has now assumed a tri-service scope with corresponding maturity and gradual increase in complexity and level of participation.
This year, the naval component of the exercise would be held in two phases. The harbour phase would be held at Goa from 10 to 15 Dec 19 and encompass planning conferences, professional interactions, cultural visits, sports fixtures and formal calls between Flag Officers and Senior Officers of the participating navies. The Sea Phase of the exercise would be conducted in the Arabian Sea from 16 to 19 Dec 19. The focus area for the exercise at sea would be Underway Replenishment, Air Defence Drills, Surface Firings, Visits Board Search and Seizure  operations and other tactical procedures. Indian Navy would be represented by INS Aditya, a Fleet Support Ship and INS Tarkash, a frontline Guided Missile Frigate. In addition, Dornier and P8I Maritime Patrol Aircraft, MIG 29 K Fighter Aircraft and other integral rotary wing helicopters would also participate in the exercise. The Indian Army will be fielding a Ghatak Platoon in the validation exercise on 18 Dec 19, whereas an assortment of SU 30 MKI, Jaguar, Mi 17 helicopters and an Airborne Warning & Control System  aircraft will be participating from the Indian Air Force.
Tri Services Ex INDRA 2019 would help further strengthen mutual confidence and interoperability and also enable sharing of best practices between the Armed Forces of both countires. The exercise will be yet another milestone in strengthening security cooperation and will serve to reinforce the long-standing bond of friendship between India and Russia.
Ministry of Steel
India pitches for Collaboration with GCC in Steel sector; Delegation led by Steel Minister held Various Sessions and Meetings to Highlight Investment Opportunities in SteelSector
The India Pavilion at EXPO2020 Dubai is currently hosting the ‘Steel Week’ to showcase the Indian steel sector, boost trade relations with the UAE and build a portfolio of opportunities for India’s steel sector. The Steel Week was inaugurated by Shri Ram Chandra Prasad Singh, Union Minister of Steel.
As part of the Steel Week, one-to-one meetings were held with leading players in steel production and logistics industries based in the UAE. The flagship scheme of the Government viz, Production-Linked Incentive  for specialty steel, the features and its focus areas were highlighted during the meetings. The objective of the meetings was to encourage investment in India and explore potential for increasing bilateral trade in steel. Meetings were held with leading companies in the UAE.
An interactive session on ‘Steel Usage in UAE & Collaboration Opportunities for Indian Steel Sector’ was held between key steel producing companies from India and steel user companies of the UAE.
The Union Minister of SteelShri Ram Chandra Prasad Singh urged companies to take advantage of the CEPA agreement and find ways to set foot in the MENA region using UAE as the base. He assured full support by the Government of India and mentioned that steel, as a base for much of infrastructure projects, will be crucial to fulfilling the Prime Minister’s Gatishakti Master Plan and other key projects. Indian steel majors including SAIL, JSW Steel, AM/NS, Tata Steel and JSPL presented their views on steel manufacturing, product portfolio, production capacities, sector coverage, and key areas of expertise.
The delegation visited steel processing facilities of M/s Conares Steel and met representatives from key steel consumers and logistics companies of the UAE.
The Steel Week at India Pavilion will conclude on March 17th 2022.
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Ministry of Finance
Auction for Sale  of  ‘7.06% GS 2028’,  ‘New GS 2033’, and  ‘7.30% GS 2053’
The Government of India  has announced the sale  of  “7.06% Government Security 2028” for a notified amount of Rs 8,000 crore  through price based auction using uniform price method,  “New Government Security 2033” for a notified amount of Rs 14,000 crore  through yield based auction using uniform price method and  “7.30% Government Security 2053” for a notified amount of Rs 11,000 crore  through price based auction using multiple price method. GoI will have the option to retain additional subscription up to Rs. 2,000 crore against each security mentioned above. The auctions will be conducted by the Reserve Bank of India, Mumbai Office, Fort, Mumbai on August 11, 2023 .
Up to 5% of the notified amount of the sale of the securities will be allotted to eligible individuals and institutions as per the Scheme for Non-Competitive Bidding Facility in the Auction of Government Securities.
Both competitive and non-competitive bids for the auction should be submitted in electronic format on the Reserve Bank of India Core Banking Solution  system on August 11, 2023. The non-competitive bids should be submitted between 10:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. and the competitive bids should be submitted between 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
The result of the auctions will be announced on August 11, 2023  and payment by successful bidders will be on August 14, 2023 .
The Securities will be eligible for “When Issued” trading in accordance with the guidelines on ‘When Issued transactions in Central Government Securities’ issued by the Reserve Bank of India vide circular No. RBI/2018-19/25 dated July 24, 2018 as amended from time to time.
Ministry of Power
Power Ministry organizes Shramdaan as part of Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign
Every Citizen has to contribute towards a Clean India: Union Power and New & Renewable Energy Minister R. K. Singh
In line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call for Ek Tareekh Ek Ghanta Ek Saath, officers and staff of the Union Ministry of Power and various PSUs and organizations under the Ministry came together to perform Shramdaan, under the leadership of Union Minister for Power and New & Renewable Energy Shri R. K. Singh.
Presiding over the proceedings, the Union Minister administered the Swachhata Hi Seva Pledge to all officials, at the event organised by Power Finance Corporation, at its New Delhi office today, October 1, 2023.
The Minister led the Shramdaan, as part of the mega cleanliness drive being undertaken across the nation, on the eve of the 154th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation.
The Power and New & Renewable Energy Minister urged all citizens of the country to contribute towards the nationwide drive. “It is the responsibility of every citizen to contribute towards the vision of a cleaner India. All of us must commit ourselves to improve the quality of lives of citizens and make India a developed nation.”
The theme of Swachhata Pakhwada 2023 is Garbage Free India. Various cleanliness activities have been conducted by the power sector PSUs across villages and towns, schools, anganwadis and public places in the country.
Special Secretary & Financial Adviser, Ministry of Power, Shri Ashish Upadhyaya; CMD, Power Finance Corporation, Smt. Parminder Chopra; CMD, NTPC, Shri Gurdeep Singh; CMD, Power Grid Corporation of India Limited, Shri K. Sreekant; CMD, Grid India, Shri S.R. Narasimhan; and Chairperson, CEA, Shri Ghanshyam Prasad joined the Shramdaan event today, along with other officials of the Ministry of Power as well as those of various organizations under the Ministry.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 UPDATE
154.61 cr vaccine doses have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
India's Active caseload currently stands at 11,17,531
Active cases stands at 3.08%
Recovery Rate currently at 95.59%
84,825 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to 3,47,15,361
2,47,417 new cases in the last 24 hours
Daily positivity rate 
Weekly Positivity Rate 
69.73 cr Total Tests conducted so far
Statewise status of Omicron Variant
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S. No.
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State
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No. of Omicron Cases
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Discharged/Recovered/Migrated
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|
1
|
|
Maharashtra
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|
1,367
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734
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|
2
|
|
Rajasthan
|
|
792
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|
510
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|
3
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|
Delhi
|
|
549
|
|
57
|
|
4
|
|
Kerala
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|
486
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|
140
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|
5
|
|
Karnataka
|
|
479
|
|
26
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|
6
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|
West Bengal
|
|
294
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|
10
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|
7
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|
Uttar Pradesh
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|
275
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|
6
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|
8
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|
Telangana
|
|
260
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|
47
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|
9
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|
Gujarat
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|
236
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|
186
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|
10
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|
Tamil Nadu
|
|
185
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|
185
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|
11
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|
Odisha
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|
169
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|
8
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|
12
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|
Haryana
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|
162
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|
146
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|
13
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|
Andhra Pradesh
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|
61
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|
9
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|
14
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|
Meghalaya
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|
31
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|
16
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|
15
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|
Bihar
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|
27
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|
0
|
|
16
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|
Punjab
|
|
27
|
|
16
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|
17
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|
Jammu and Kashmir
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|
23
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|
6
|
|
18
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|
Goa
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|
21
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|
19
|
|
19
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|
Madhya Pradesh
|
|
10
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|
10
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|
20
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|
Assam
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|
9
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|
9
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|
21
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Uttarakhand
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|
8
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|
8
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|
22
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|
Chhattisgarh
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|
5
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5
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23
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Andaman and Nicobar Islands
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|
3
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0
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24
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Chandigarh
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|
3
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3
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25
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Ladakh
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|
2
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|
2
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26
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Puducherry
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|
2
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|
2
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|
27
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Himachal Pradesh
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|
1
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|
1
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28
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Manipur
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1
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1
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Total
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5,488
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2,162
Ministry of Steel
Abundance of natural resources, human capital and aspirational population will help create a tech-enabled manufacturing ecosystem in eastern India, says Shri Dharmendra Pradhan
Minister of Steel & Petroleum and Natural Gas Shri Dharmendra Pradhan today addressed the webinar on “Making Eastern India a Manufacturing Hub with respect to metallurgical industries”, organised by Indian Institute of Metals. The Webinar was attended by the experts from the metals sector, officials of Ministry of Steel, and state government representatives.
Shri Pradhan, speaking on the occasion, said that Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi is working on the mission to bring eastern India at par with other developed regions of the country. With a skilled human capital, abundance of natural resources and an aspirational population, eastern India is poised to create a tech-enabled manufacturing ecosystem. He said that very few nations are blessed with the abundance of natural resources as much as eastern India is. He spoke in detail about the Mission Purvodaya launched also in the steel sector and its potential to spur a new era of development in the eastern India. He also spoke about efforts made by the Government of India in giving boost to logistical infrastructure in the eastern India including inland waterways. Shri Pradhan spoke about the rich heritage of architecture, maritime economy and also industrial development in eastern India and said that time has come to reclaim that glory.
Speaking about sustainable development, Shri Pradhan said that development and ecology can co-exist. He spoke about the leadership provided by Shri Narendra Modi in moving towards a greener future for the world. He said that Governments need to promote industrial development along with sustainable development and policies have to be more people, business and environment friendly. He called upon Indian Institute of Metals to help create greener, cleaner and thus more sustainable products around ‘green steel’.
Speaking about Industrial Revolution 4.0, he said that we must seize the opportunity and create new, innovative and sustainable business models.
Ministry of Finance
Exchange Rate Notification No. 57/2023- Customs 
In exercise of the powers conferred by section 14 of the Customs Act, 1962 , and in supersession of the Notification No. 54/2023-Customs, dated 20th July, 2023 except as respects things done or omitted to be done before such supersession, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs hereby determines that the rate of exchange of conversion of each of the foreign currencies specified in column  of each of Schedule I and Schedule II annexed hereto, into Indian currency or vice versa, shall, with effect from 4th August, 2023, be the rate mentioned against it in the corresponding entry in column  thereof, for the purpose of the said section, relating to imported and export goods.
SCHEDULE-I
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Sl.
No.
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Foreign Currency
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Rate of exchange of one unit of foreign currency equivalent to Indian rupees
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1.
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Australian Dollar
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55.35
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52.95
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2.
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Bahraini Dinar
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226.40
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212.90
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3.
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Canadian Dollar
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63.05
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60.95
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4.
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Chinese Yuan
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11.65
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11.35
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5.
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Danish Kroner
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12.35
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11.95
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6.
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EURO
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92.10
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88.90
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7.
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Hong Kong Dollar
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10.80
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10.40
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8.
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Kuwaiti Dinar
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277.35
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260.75
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9.
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New Zealand Dollar
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51.65
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49.30
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10.
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Norwegian Kroner
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8.15
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7.90
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11.
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Pound Sterling
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107.00
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103.45
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12.
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Qatari Riyal
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23.45
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22.00
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13.
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Saudi Arabian Riyal
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22.75
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21.40
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14.
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Singapore Dollar
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62.65
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60.65
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15.
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South African Rand
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4.65
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4.35
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16.
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Swedish Kroner
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7.85
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7.60
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17.
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Swiss Franc
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96.10
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92.40
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18.
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Turkish Lira
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3.15
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3.00
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19.
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UAE Dirham
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23.25
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|
21.85
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|
20.
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US Dollar
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83.60
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|
81.90
SCHEDULE-II
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Sl.
No.
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Foreign Currency
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Rate of exchange of 100 units of foreign currency equivalent to Indian rupees
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-
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1.
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Japanese Yen
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58.70
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|
56.85
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|
2.
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Korean Won
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|
6.55
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|
6.15
Ministry of Defence
2 MW Solar Power Plant inaugurated at INS Kalinga
In keeping with the initiative of Govt of India to promote Solar Power and objective to achieve 100 GW of solar power by 2022 as part of the National Solar Mission, a 2 MW Solar Photovoltaic Plant was commissioned at INS Kalinga, Visakhapatnam by Vice Adm Atul Kumar Jain, PVSM, AVSM, VSM, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, ENC on 28 May 2020.
The plant, which is the largest in the ENC and has an estimated life of 25 years. Despite the lockdown, all concerned agencies including APEPDCL worked out a contingency plan adhering to all guidelines promulgated for Coronavirus pandemic and executed the work.
Speaking on the occasion, Vice Adm Atul Kumar Jain stated that the commissioning of this plant demonstrates the commitment of Eastern Naval Command towards conservation of the environment and eco-friendly measures.
INS Kalinga, currently headed by Cmde Rajesh Debnath, has taken significant strides in Green Initiatives since it's setting up in the early 1980s, including afforestation, numerous plantation drives, coastal cleanup drives and protection of the Geo-Heritage site “Erra Matti Dibbalu”.
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Urgent Info
States asked to strictly enforce lockdown,
Legal action against violators.
Ministry of Defence
Top ULFA Leader Dirshti Rajkhowa Surrenders to Indian Army
In a swift and well planned operation executed by the Indian Army Intelligence Agencies at Meghalaya-Assam- Bangladesh Border, dreaded hardcore ULFA leader, SS Col Drishti Rajkhowa along with four accomplices SS Corporal Vedanta, YasinAsom, RopjyotiAsom and MithunAsom, surrendered, with a huge quantity of arms.
The operation was based on confirmed inputs, which was a result of relentless pursuit over the last nine months.
Drishti Rajkhowa has long been in the wanted list of the ULFA insurgents responsible for their activities in lower Assam. His surrender is a major blow to the underground organisation and heralds a new dawn ushering in peace in the region. By this operation Indian Army again reaffirmed, that at all times, it remains committed in maintaining peace and normalcy in the region.
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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID19 Vaccination-Day 96
More than 21.21 lakh vaccine doses given till 8 pm push Cumulative Vaccine Coverage to more than 13.22 Cr doses
Centre increases Quota of Oxygen for Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, UP, Punjab, Andhra Pradesh, Uttrakhand and Delhi
The total vaccinations across the country have crossed more than 13.22 crore mark today with more than 21.21 lakh vaccine doses administered till 8 pm.
The cumulative number of COVID19 vaccine doses administered in the country stands at 13,22,40,352 as per the 8 pm provisional report today.
These include 92,19,080 Healthcare Workers  who have taken the 1st dose and 58,51,361 HCWs who have taken the 2nd dose, 1,16,28,882 Frontline Workers  , 59,32,541 FLWs , 4,43,89,584 for over 45 years old to 60 years old , 16,28,837 for over 45 years old to 60 years old , 4,78,44,204 for above 60 years  and 57,45,863 for above 60 years .
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HCWs
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|
FLWs
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|
Age Group 45-60
years
|
|
Above 60
Years
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Total Achievement
|
|
1st Dose
|
|
2nd Dose
|
|
1st Dose
|
|
2nd Dose
|
|
1st Dose
|
|
2nd Dose
|
|
1st Dose
|
|
2nd Dose
|
|
1st Dose
|
|
2nd Dose
|
|
92,19,080
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|
58,51,361
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|
1,16,28,882
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|
59,32,541
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4,43,89,584
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16,28,837
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4,78,44,204
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57,45,863
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11,30,81,750
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1,91,58,602
Total 21,21,042 vaccine doses were given till 8 pm today, the Ninety Sixth day of nationwide COVID19 vaccination. Out of which 14,35,858 beneficiaries were vaccinated for 1st dose and 6,85,184 beneficiaries received 2nd dose of the vaccine as per the provisional report. Final reports would be completed for the day by late tonight.
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Date: 21st April 2021 
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HCWs
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FLWs
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Age Group 45-60 ears
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Above 60
Years
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Total Achievement
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1st Dose
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2nd Dose
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1st Dose
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2nd Dose
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|
1st Dose
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2nd Dose
|
|
1st Dose
|
|
2nd Dose
|
|
1st Dose
|
|
2nd Dose
|
|
17,352
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|
34,099
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|
66,347
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|
76,720
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|
8,63,897
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1,33,181
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4,88,262
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4,41,184
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14,35,858
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6,85,184
In view of sudden spike in the demand for oxygen in some states due to an exponential rise in the number of COVID patients admitted in the hospital, the Union Government has increased the quota of Oxygen  in the following states:
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STATE
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OLD QUOTA
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NEW QUOTA
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Maharashtra
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1646
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1661
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Madhya Pradesh
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445
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543
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Haryana
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|
156
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162
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UP
|
|
751
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753
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Punjab
|
|
126
|
|
136
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|
Andhra Pradesh
|
|
360
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|
440
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Uttrakhand
|
|
83
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|
103
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Delhi
|
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378
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480